[1] to produce students with personal appreciation and respect for life leading to a positive involvement with the environment
[2] to encourage students to practice rational, critical thinking based on objective observations and open-mindedness, which are the essential ingredients of the scientific method of inquiry
[3] to develop skills in manipulating materials and equipment for gathering, organizing and communicating scientific information based on observations and interpretations
[4] to ensure that the scientifically literate person has a substantial base of facts, concepts, processes and skills which enable that individual to continue to learn and think logically
[5] to have students appreciate the value of science and technology in society and to understand its limitations

CONTENT/TIMELINE/ PERFORMANCE STANDARDS  

Refer to Science Content Standards for California Public Schools (California Department of Education, 1998).  

Although academic freedom is supported and encouraged, essential elements presented must be covered.   

WEB LINK: Concept Mapping

WEB LINK Scientific Root Words

WEB LINK  BIOINTERACTIVE

WEB LINK  ANATOMY OF CAT  

WEB LINK  VIRTUAL AUTOPSY

FIRST SEMESTER  

Introduction to Anatomy

            §         Body plan

§         Directional terms

§         Characteristics of life

§         Homeostasis and feedback

§         Health and Disease

§         Lab: The Language of Anatomy

§         Lab: Organ Systems Overview

§         Lab: Homeostasis

§         Video: Homeostasis: Feedback Model

• Case Study: Left Out in the Cold

Content Standard 9  As a result of the coordinated structures and functions of organ systems, the internal environment of the human body remains relatively stable (homeostatic) despite changes in the outside environment. As a basis for understanding this concept

Content Standard 9a Students know how the complementary activity of major body systems provides cells with oxygen and nutrients and removes toxic waste products such as carbon dioxide.         

Chemistry of Life  *Reviewed over the summer*

§         Chemical bonds

§         Water

§         pH

§         Macromolecules

§         Enzymes

§         Lab: Inquiry: Enzymes, pH and temperature

§         Lab: Inquiry: Macromolecules

§         Video: Video: pH

§         Computer:  Web Quest: Enzymes

§         Content Standard .1b – enzymes are proteins and catalyze biochemical reactions without altering the reaction equilibrium.  The activity of enzymes depends on the temperature, ionic conditions and pH of the surroundings.

§         Content Standard .1h – most macromolecules (polysaccharides, nucleic acids, proteins, lipids) in cells and organisms are synthesized from a small collection of simple precursors.

Cell Anatomy & Physiology *Reviewed over the summer*

§         Cell Membrane and Organelle Structure and Function

§         Lab: The Microscope

§         Lab: The Cell - Transport Mechanisms and Permeability

§         Video:   Journey Through The Cell 1 & 2

§         Computer:  PhysioEx: Exercise 5B The Cell Transport Mechanisms and Permeability: Computer Simulation

• Case Study: Stem Cells - Promises to Keep

• Cancer Study Biointeractive at HHMI Web Lab

§         Content Standard 1a – cells are enclosed within semi-permeable membranes that regulate their interaction with their surroundings.

§         Content Standard 1e – the role of the endoplasmic reticulum and Golgi apparatus in secretion of proteins.

§         Content Standard 1j – how eukaryotic cells are given shape and internal organization by a cytoskeleton

§         Content Standard 5a – the general structures and functions of DNA, RNA, and the cell cycle and protein synthesis.

 Tissues:  The tissues will be infused into the various body systems throughout the course.

§         Epithelial tissue

§         Connective tissue

§         Muscle tissue

§         Nerve tissue

§         Membranes and Glands

§         Lab:  Classification of Tissues

§         Lab: Classification of Body Membranes

§         Lab:  Histology: Microtome and staining  preparations  

Integumentary System

§         Skin

§         Accessory organs

§         Lab: The Integumentary System

§         Lab: Histological preparation and staining

§         Video, Body Atlas Series: The Skin

§         Content Standard 10a – the role of the skin in providing nonspecific defenses against infection.  

• Case Study: Lost in the Desert  + Skin Cancer

• Web Quest: Stem Cells Problem or Promise

Skeletal System 

§         Bone structure

§         Bone development and growth, Endochondral and Intramembranous ossification

§        Organization of the skeleton: General, Axial and Appendicular

§         Homeostasis

§   Lab: Overview of the Skeleton: Classification and Structure of Bones and Cartilages

§         Lab: The Axial Skeleton

§         Lab: The Appendicular Skeleton

§         Video, Body Atlas Series: Bones and Muscles and Discovery: Exercise and your bones  

 Projects:  May include anyone of the following:

            §          FORENSIC SCIENCE UNIT

§          Disease Phamplet

§     Multimedia presentation of a physiological process

• I am Joe's/Jane's Body report

• Body System Game

• Web Quest  

Exit Exam, STAR  and Writing Standards Essential to Anatomy/Physiology

§         W/O 1.1 Identify and correctly use clauses (e.g., main and subordinate), phrases (e.g., gerund, infinitive, and participial), and mechanics of punctuation (e.g., semicolons, colons, ellipses, hyphens).

§         W/O 1.2 Understand sentence construction (e.g., parallel structure, subordination, proper placement of modifiers) and  proper English usage (e.g., consistency of verb tenses).

§         W/O 1.3 Demonstrate an understanding of proper English usage and control of grammar, paragraph and sentence structure, diction and syntax.

§         W 1.1 Establish a controlling impression or coherent thesis that conveys a clear and distinctive perspective on the subject and

§         W 1.2 Use precise language, action verbs, sensory details, appropriate modifiers, and the active rather than the passive voice..

§         W 1.4 Develop the main idea within the body of the composition through supporting evidence (e.g., scenarios, commonly held beliefs, hypotheses, definitions).

§         W 1.5 Synthesize information from multiple sources and identify complexities and discrepancies in the information and the different perspectives found in each medium.

§         W 1.6 Integrate quotations and citations into a written text while maintaining the flow of ideas.

§         W 1.7 Use appropriate conventions for documentation in the text, notes, and bibliographies by adhering to those in style manuals (e.g.,  Modern Language Association Handbook, The Chicago Manual of Style).

§         W 1.8 Design and publish documents by using advanced publishing software and graphic programs.

§         W 1.9 Revise writing to improve the logic and coherence of the organization and controlling perspective, the precision of word choice, and the tone by taking into consideration the audience, purpose, and formality of the context.

§         W 2.3 Write expository compositions, including analytical essays and research reports:

o       Marshal evidence in support of a thesis and related claims, including information on all relevant perspectives.

o       Convey information and ideas from primary and secondary sources accurately and coherently.

o       Make distinctions between the relative value and significance of specific data, facts, and ideas.

·        R 1.1  Identify and use the literal and figurative meanings of words and understand word derivations.  

      STUDENT ASSESSMENT

·        Teacher/ publisher-generated activities, projects, writing, quizzes, tests and final exams

·        Lab practical and laboratory reports

·        The use of rubrics to grade writing and/ or projects, by both teacher and student peers  

        INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGIES AND MATERIALS / SOFTWARE

§         Primary Text:  Human Anatomy & Physiology, 5/e. Elaine N. Marieb, Holyok Community College   © 2001 Benjamin Cummings

§         Primary Laboratory Manual:  Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Manual w/ Cat  7th edition 2000 Benjamin Cummings

§         A.D.A.M. Interactive Physiology CD ROM Benjamin/Cummings

•   Teaching activities and methods to facilitate the instruction of English language arts content standards for all Learning styles.